EU MDR Project Manager

JBL Resources; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JBL Resources is seeking a Project Manager to lead EU MDR implementation for a Fortune 500 medical device initiative in the Memphis area. You will drive cross-functional collaboration, develop plans, and manage risks to ensure on-time delivery of critical regulatory projects.

The role requires 5+ years in medical device project management, strong knowledge of EU MDR, and proven ability to coordinate stakeholders and optimize project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in medical device industry with EU MDR focus.
• Strong regulatory knowledge, risk analysis and mitigation under EU MDR.
• Experience developing schedules, WBS, critical path, and risk plans.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance tools and project software.
• On-site project management experience preferred.
• No C2C candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team to implement EU MDR requirements.
• Develop and execute the project management plan.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies for project challenges.
• Keep stakeholders updated on project progress.
• Direct, manage and monitor project activities to meet objectives.
• Evaluate tradeoffs to optimize outcomes.
• Meet with stakeholders to refine project scope.
• Review project scope for approval and alignment.
• Create a detailed Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Develop and manage the detailed project schedule.
• Analyze the critical path and major workstreams for delays.
• Develop a risk management plan to address risks.
• Identify, analyze and understand potential risks.
• Develop and monitor risk response plans.
• Estimate, acquire and assign resources for the team.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and deliverables.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

EU MDR

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Location: Greater Memphis, Tennessee Area

About Our Client:

Our client has recently merged with another highly sought after Medical Device company! They are focused on creating quality Class III implantables that will improve the lives and mobility of patients. This Fortune 500 Company is known for the culture and growth opportunity they provide their employees. Are you a top performer who is driven to be the best at what they do? This position may be just what you're looking for!

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading a cross-functional team to implement EU MDR requirements.
• Developing and executing the project management plan.
• Identifying risks and mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges.
• Keeping stakeholders updated on project progress through regular communication.
• Directing, managing, and monitoring project activities to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Evaluating tradeoffs within the project to optimize outcomes.
• Meeting with project stakeholders to understand and refine the project scope.
• Reviewing project scope with the manager for approval and alignment.
• Creating a detailed Work Breakdown Structure to organize project tasks.
• Developing and managing the detailed project schedule.
• Analyzing the critical path and major workstreams to identify potential delays.
• Developing a risk management plan to proactively address project risks.
• Identifying, analyzing, and understanding potential project risks.
• Developing and monitoring a risk response plan to mitigate identified risks.
• Estimating, acquiring, and assigning resources for the project team.
• Defining roles, responsibilities, and deliverables for each team member.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (advanced degrees preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the medical device industry, with a focus on EU MDR or similar regulations.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, risk analysis, and mitigation strategies under EU MDR.
• Expertise in developing and managing project schedules, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), critical path analysis, and project risk plans.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, facilitate stakeholder communications, and drive project execution.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance tools and project management software.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems in a regulated environment.
• Previous success in managing on-site projects and coordinating cross-departmental efforts.
• NO C2C CANDIDATES

JBL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Company